Mask - Congo
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Songye mask from Congo, carved in wood with pigments, 29 × 15 cm, dated to circa 1940–1950 and 1950–1960, from a French private collection, sold with a custom metal stand and certificate of authenticity, in good condition with age-related wear and stains.
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Description from the seller
Very beautiful small Songye wooden mask carved.
Provenance: French private collection.
Sold with certificate of authenticity
Sold with a custom-made metal base
See similar specimens in Kifwebe: A Century of Songye and Luba Masks, Francois Neyt - Editions 5 Continents
Pages 67 to 73; see photos
Seller's Story
Independent gallery established in Brussels since 2009, near the flea market, we specialize in ethnographic and artistic collectible objects. We offer sculptures, masks, and African figurines, with particular interest in pieces from Central Africa and the Congo, as well as traditional textiles, bronzes, antique weapons, jewelry, coins, old maps, and archaeological objects.
Thanks to our consignment service, we regularly receive collections from heirs, antique dealers, and collectors, which allows us to frequently refresh our selection. Each item is described accurately and shipped with the utmost care, based on a commitment to transparency, authenticity, and respect for buyers.
Translated by Google TranslateVery beautiful small Songye wooden mask carved.
Provenance: French private collection.
Sold with certificate of authenticity
Sold with a custom-made metal base
See similar specimens in Kifwebe: A Century of Songye and Luba Masks, Francois Neyt - Editions 5 Continents
Pages 67 to 73; see photos
Seller's Story
Independent gallery established in Brussels since 2009, near the flea market, we specialize in ethnographic and artistic collectible objects. We offer sculptures, masks, and African figurines, with particular interest in pieces from Central Africa and the Congo, as well as traditional textiles, bronzes, antique weapons, jewelry, coins, old maps, and archaeological objects.
Thanks to our consignment service, we regularly receive collections from heirs, antique dealers, and collectors, which allows us to frequently refresh our selection. Each item is described accurately and shipped with the utmost care, based on a commitment to transparency, authenticity, and respect for buyers.
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Era
1900-2000
Number of objects
1
Material
pigments, Wood
Country of origin
Congo
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of aging & blemishes
Height
29 cm
Width
15 cm
Sold with stand
Yes
Estimated period
1940-1950, 1950-1960
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